All articles tagged with #las vegas sphere
Originally Published 20 days ago — by Rolling Stone
Timothée Chalamet promoted his upcoming film 'Marty Supreme' with an extreme stunt by appearing on top of the Las Vegas Sphere, which was transformed into a giant ping pong ball, as part of a creative marketing campaign ahead of the film's December 25 release.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by New York Post
No Doubt is coming out of semi-retirement for a six-concert residency at Las Vegas' Sphere in May 2026, marking their first extended run since 2012, with tickets on sale starting October 17. Gwen Stefani will also perform a solo show in December 2023, and the venue will host various other major events.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Billboard
Gwen Stefani will reunite with her band No Doubt for a six-show residency at the Las Vegas Sphere in 2026, making her the first woman to headline the arena, which has hosted major artists since its opening in late 2023.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Live for Live Music
A Phish fan, known on Instagram as @acid_farts, has been indefinitely banned from all Madison Square Garden properties after posting a video of himself taking the first bong hit inside the Las Vegas Sphere. Despite the ban, he humorously shared the letter from MSG Entertainment on his Instagram, referring to it as a commemorative plaque. The incident has also highlighted MSG's use of facial recognition technology to enforce venue policies.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by JamBase
Dead & Company paid tribute to NBA legend and devoted Deadhead Bill Walton, who recently passed away at age 71, during their concert at the Las Vegas Sphere. The band honored Walton with special decals, visual tributes, and a heartfelt performance, including a finale of "Fire On The Mountain" accompanied by images of Walton and the band. The concert featured several Sphere debuts and a mix of Grateful Dead classics and covers.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Rolling Stone
Dead and Company have extended their "Dead Forever" residency at the Las Vegas Sphere, adding six more shows in August. Tickets go on sale May 31, with a presale on May 30. The residency features Grateful Dead members and utilizes the venue's advanced audio-visual technology.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Tom's Hardware
The massive Las Vegas Sphere, featuring the largest LED screen, utilizes 4PB of flash memory at 400 GB/s to deliver 16K resolution content both internally and externally. A joint project between Sphere Entertainment and Hitachi Vantara, the Sphere's high-res visuals are powered by 27 nodes streaming at 4K through Hitachi Vantara's software, with plans to optimize existing content and use an 18K-capable camera. The internal footage promises highly immersive cinema experiences, with content "wrapping" around viewers for an ultrawide multi-monitor-like effect.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Maison Des Champs, known as the "Pro-Life Spider-Man," caused over $100,000 in damage to the Las Vegas Sphere during a climb to raise money for a homeless pregnant woman. He taunted police, claiming he wouldn't be convicted. This is not his first stunt; he has climbed other buildings for similar causes. Des Champs and three others were arrested and released, with a court appearance scheduled for after the woman's abortion.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Content creator Maison Des Champs was arrested after climbing to the top of the Las Vegas Sphere to raise money for a homeless pregnant woman named Isabel. Des Champs, known for his pro-life activism and previous skyscraper climbs, posted a video on Facebook stating his intention to help Isabel, who is scheduled for an abortion on Feb. 11. He was taken into custody by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and faces potential charges, while a spokesperson for Sphere Entertainment expressed gratitude to local authorities for their support.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by talkSPORT
The NFL is gearing up for Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas with the unveiling of The Sphere, featuring epic designs of the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers helmets. The state-of-the-art venue is set to become a promotional focal point for the event, with advertising rates reaching up to $2 million as game day approaches. The Sphere has already garnered attention on social media, and with its potential for high-profile promotions, it is poised to dominate the Super Bowl week festivities in Las Vegas.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by JamBase
Grateful Dead drummer Bill Kreutzmann addressed Dead & Company's upcoming residency at the Las Vegas Sphere, expressing support for the band's performances at the state-of-the-art concert venue without directly confirming his own participation. The 18-show residency, featuring three-show runs on various dates in May and June, was announced earlier this week, with VIP Concert & Hotel Packages available for purchase. Kreutzmann's message on social media conveyed excitement for the band's return to Las Vegas and encouraged fans to enjoy the transformative experience.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The A.V. Club
Dead & Company, the Grateful Dead offshoot band, is set to begin a six-week residency called "Dead Forever" at the Las Vegas Sphere in May, following in the footsteps of U2 and Phish. The residency will feature three shows per weekend with unique setlists and innovative visual storytelling, and fans can sign up for presale on the band's website. Original members Bob Weir and Mickey Hart, along with John Mayer and others, will be part of the lineup, but it's uncertain if original drummer Bill Kreutzmann will return for the residency.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Consequence
Dead & Company will reunite for a residency at the Las Vegas Sphere, playing at least 15 shows this spring after wrapping up a farewell tour last summer. The announcement follows a teaser clip posted to social media, and further details, including specific dates and ticket on-sale information, are still forthcoming. This makes them the third band to stage a residency at the Sphere, following U2 and Phish.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NME
U2 shared a video of their performance of 'Even Better Than the Real Thing' at the Las Vegas Sphere, where they are currently holding a residency until March 2. The state-of-the-art venue, featuring a dome-shaped wraparound LED screen, has faced financial challenges since opening. U2 will give a special performance from the Sphere at the upcoming Grammys and are reportedly working on a new album, with drummer Larry Mullen Jr.'s medical status affecting the recording process.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Droid Life
Samsung teases the upcoming Galaxy S24 Ultra and Galaxy AI at its Unpacked event using the Las Vegas Sphere, featuring a video with Doctor Strange from Marvel showcasing the devices' capabilities and hinting at a tie-in with the What If...? series, building anticipation for the event on January 17.